Traffik (2018) | How Woke Is It?

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What We Think

Traffik makes some nods to modern representation without fully succumbing to woke orthodoxy. Identity is present but doesn’t derail the plot, making it more conventional than most recent Hollywood thrillers. Not egregiously woke, but plays it predictably safe.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

Traffik centers around a diverse cast, but generally uses identity factors to serve the thriller plot rather than overtly pushing ideology. However, there are moments where certain character dynamics or dialogue seem to check the box for representation, slightly nudging narrative authenticity for modern sensibilities.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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The film doesn’t strongly undermine traditional family or masculinity, but leans into some genre conventions, damsel in distress, heroic male lead. It doesn’t overtly challenge longstanding values, but occasionally subscribes to familiar Hollywood tropes about masculinity and power dynamics.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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While the villains are somewhat one-dimensional and alternative worldviews aren’t deeply engaged, the film’s core message about human trafficking is nonetheless uncontroversial. It doesn’t fully embrace ideological monoculture, but avoids genuine pluralism or complexity in perspectives.

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